Advanced Clinician Scientist and Future Clinical Trialists (m/f/d) (1226)
Facility: Drittmittelverwaltung
Employment Type: Befristet for 6 years (fixed-term employment based on third-party funding)
Working Hours: Vollzeit (40,00h)
Planned Start Date: 01.07.2027
Compensation: TV-Ä EG Ä2
About Us - The Medical Faculty
The Medical Faculty of the University of Leipzig, with its tradition spanning over 600 years, is one of the largest research institutions in the Leipzig region. With over 1,300 employees, it is the largest of the 14 faculties of the University of Leipzig and serves as a training center for approximately 3,500 students of human and dental medicine, pharmacy, and midwifery.
The Leipzig Cohorts and Trial(ist)s LeiCoT program will address the high need for clinical trialists developing and conducting cohort studies and randomized controlled trials. LeiCoT will build on and extend the excellent infrastructure in the areas of Metabolism, Heart/Brain and Cancer at Leipzig University.LeiCoT will provide novel career pathways, excellent training,cutting-edge clinical research tools and long-term perspectives for clinical trialists to ultimately improve patient care. The program duration is six years, with an interim evaluation after 3 years.
The Leipzig Cohorts and Trial(ist)s LeiCoT program will address the high need for clinical trialists developing and conducting cohort studies and randomized controlled trials. LeiCoT will build on and extend the excellent infrastructure in the areas of Metabolism, Heart/Brain and Cancer at Leipzig University. LeiCoT will provide novel career pathways, excellent training,cutting-edge clinical research tools and long-term perspectives for clinical trialists to ultimately improve patient care. The program duration is six years, with an interim evaluation after 3 years.
Your Profile
- Recognized specialist (Facharzt) with a strong research background in basic, translational, or clinical research
- Strong research history in one of the three profile areas: Metabolism, Brain/Heart, or Cancer
- Demonstrated ability to establish, lead, and actively shape a research group
- Independent third-party funding acquisition is desirable
- German medical license (Approbation) or authorisation to practice medicine in Germany
- Strong publication record, typically ≥ 6 peer-reviewed original publications or at least one excellent publication (e.g. top 10% journal or impact factor > 15) as first or last author
What We Offer
- 50% research time and 50% clinical duties, with clinical activities funded provided by the hosting department
- ACS funding: €135,000 per year, covering 50% research position as well as personnel, consumables, and travel costs
- An individualized training and mentoring program with three dedicated mentors
- Targeted support for the development of scientific independence
- Access to excellent research infrastructure and established clinical research networks
- Family-friendly policies and commitment to equal opportunities
How to apply
Please apply for this position via our applicant portal by 31 January 2027 .
Required Application Documents
- Completed application form (https://filesync.medizin.uni-leipzig.de/f/caf996bc380b4ecba764/)
- Motivation letter
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Publication list
- Declaration of commitment / medical license
- Required certificates: medical license, PhD, Habilitation (if available), specialist certificate
- Letter of support from the department leadership (External applicants should contact the head of department in advance. A list of available LeiCoT supporters is available by e-mail from sandra.schulze@medizin.uni-leipzig.de)
Selection Process
- Evaluation: 17 March 2027 (on-site or online)
- 10-minute scientific presentation
- 15-minute discussion
- Upon successful evaluation: preparation of a budget plan for submission to the BMFTR
- Program start: from 1 July 2027, subject to formal approval
Your contact person
For information about the application process, please contact Sandra Schulze (T: +49 341 97 15948, E: sandra.schulze@medizin.uni-leipzig.de).
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